NHTSA Recall 20V799000
Filed by Forest River, Inc.. Component: Equipment. Reported 2020-12-18. An estimated 15 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Puma travel trailers. The outdoor cooktop may be stowed away while the propane hose is still attached and the burner is on.
Risk
If the cooktop is stowed away while the propane hose is attached and the burner is on, it will increase the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to the drawer housing the outside cooktop preventing the drawer from being closed while the propane line is still attached, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0606. Forest River's number for this recall is 425-1269.
Manufacturer campaign number: 425-1269
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.